Mazda We Would Like To Have .... In Our Rx8
03-10-2005 | 08:59 PM
#52
RX8 ADDICTED!!!
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1. a shorter throw shifter , they make a mazdaspeed part just make it standard equipment
2. The silver trim on the sides of the center console sctrach too easy
3. A stereo that is capable of being removed without being a stereo gensius
4. headlights that dont turn foggy
5. better scuff plates, on the inside of the doors
6. 250 hp
7. a burnt orange as a standard color
8. blinkers on the side mirrors (like the bmw's)
9. wider standard tires
10. a tripometer and compass in the top display
2. The silver trim on the sides of the center console sctrach too easy
3. A stereo that is capable of being removed without being a stereo gensius
4. headlights that dont turn foggy
5. better scuff plates, on the inside of the doors
6. 250 hp
7. a burnt orange as a standard color
8. blinkers on the side mirrors (like the bmw's)
9. wider standard tires
10. a tripometer and compass in the top display
03-10-2005 | 09:37 PM
#54
Beeeep
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Katy, Tx
The one thing I WANT (and alot of others would too) is the ability to get into the damn PCM and ECU. That is the biggest stepping stone to the turbo/SC working right, and the gas mileage sucking. The fuel maps are WAY to rich and the only solution right now is a piggy back system (i.e EManage)
03-10-2005 | 10:10 PM
#55
Pro Audentius
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From: Colorado Springs
Originally Posted by Razz1
What do you need a compass for when you have a Navagation system?
Besides, for less than half of the cost of the integrated Nav, I can get a handheld with as many features -- that I can take with me when I park the car, or even use in another vehicle.
Personally, I think something as honestly simple as a compass suits the expressive character of the car much better than a Nav system ever will... of course, that's just my interpretation of the RX8...
03-10-2005 | 11:41 PM
#57
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From: Mississauga, Ontario
Originally Posted by socalightning
A factory trained/certified RX8 technician with gas card in the trunk. 
...With a backlit release button of course. :p
...With a backlit release button of course. :p
03-11-2005 | 06:19 PM
#61
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From: San Diego, Ca
Originally Posted by socalightning
A factory trained/certified RX8 technician with gas card in the trunk.
...With a backlit release button of course. :p
...With a backlit release button of course. :p
03-11-2005 | 09:07 PM
#62
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From: SoCal
steering wheel that gives BJ's, a washing machine and dryer, a microwave, autopilot, oh and a disco ball.... are you guys serious...
This car needs different tailights
more power
moonroof as seperate option
an oldschool ecu
This car needs different tailights
more power
moonroof as seperate option
an oldschool ecu
03-12-2005 | 12:58 AM
#65
VW coulda had it...
Joined: Dec 2002
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From: Crystal, Minnesota
I would like a toll-free, call Mazda tech and get a bullshit free explanation of any concerns, issues, or idiosyncracies we notice with our cars.
Yeah, I know. Not gonna happen. They'd have to deal with idiots like me.
Yeah, I know. Not gonna happen. They'd have to deal with idiots like me.
03-12-2005 | 02:01 AM
#66
The Eyes Have It
Joined: May 2004
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From: Los Angeles
I still don't have my DVD, and I have zero (read: 0, as in ZERO) complaints about my 8 other than the cretin hit-and-run driver (loose use of the term "driver") who mashed my fender and put my car into the body shop a few days ago. So, what am I really missing?
03-16-2005 | 04:20 PM
#70
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From: Winchendon, Ma
Originally Posted by Chasvhill
I love the look of my RX8's interior at night. However, I would like to see the overhead bank of switches for the sunroof and the interior lights backlit. For some reason, I have a hard time finding them in the dark. 
Other than that, nothing. I did notice the other day that there is no "door ajar" or "trunk lid open" light, but I decided they weren't really needed. I tend to agree with guy321 - I don't want a bunch of "comfort features."
Other than that, nothing. I did notice the other day that there is no "door ajar" or "trunk lid open" light, but I decided they weren't really needed. I tend to agree with guy321 - I don't want a bunch of "comfort features."
03-17-2005 | 02:37 PM
#73
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So far the only thing that really has been a huge disapointment is the POS Navigation System. Wish I had spent some time with it before purchasing. I have other vehicles with nav systems that are awesome. Mazda gave no consideration to the end user with this product.
03-17-2005 | 02:47 PM
#74
A nice step up!!!
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From: Maine
Originally Posted by brian
So far the only thing that really has been a huge disapointment is the POS Navigation System. Wish I had spent some time with it before purchasing. I have other vehicles with nav systems that are awesome. Mazda gave no consideration to the end user with this product.
03-17-2005 | 03:29 PM
#75
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From: Colorado Springs
Originally Posted by MX6_2_RX8
A-men Brother! I think that is exactly my term for it "POS NAV" and it doesn't mean POSition.
It wouldn't surprise me if the engineering staff treated it as such (i.e., an afterthought, as opposed to an integrated piece of equipment). I suppose having a "navigation system" on the options list gives the product line a bit more of an "upscale" flair and attraction...